โฑ๏ธ Contraction Timer
Track contraction length, frequency, and intensity. We'll tell you when it's time to call your doctor.
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Tap when contraction starts and stops
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Contractions
๐ The 5-1-1 Rule: When to Go to the Hospital
5
minutes apart
Measured start-to-start
1
minute long
Each contraction lasts 60 sec
1
hour consistent
Pattern maintained for 1 hour
๐ Contraction Log
| # | Time | Duration | Interval | Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 3:42 PM | 52 sec | 7 min | Moderate |
| 4 | 3:35 PM | 48 sec | 8 min | Moderate |
| 3 | 3:27 PM | 45 sec | 9 min | Mild |
| 2 | 3:18 PM | 40 sec | 11 min | Mild |
| 1 | 3:07 PM | 35 sec | โ | Mild |
๐ Real vs. False Contractions
- โ Real: Regular pattern, getting closer together
- โ Real: Getting stronger and longer over time
- โ Real: Don't stop when you move or change position
- โ Braxton Hicks: Irregular, don't intensify
- โ Braxton Hicks: Go away with rest or hydration
๐ Labor Stages
- ๐ข Early labor: 6-12 hrs, contractions 15-30 min apart, 30-45 sec
- ๐ก Active labor: 4-8 hrs, contractions 3-5 min apart, 45-60 sec
- ๐ด Transition: 30-90 min, contractions 2-3 min apart, 60-90 sec
- ๐ถ Pushing: 20 min - 2 hrs for first-time moms
๐จ Call Your Doctor Immediately If:
- ๐ด Your water breaks (even without contractions)
- ๐ด You have heavy vaginal bleeding (more than a period)
- ๐ด Baby's movements decrease significantly
- ๐ด Contractions start before 37 weeks
- ๐ด Severe or constant abdominal pain (not rhythmic)
- ๐ด Fever over 100.4ยฐF / 38ยฐC